The atonic stomach: a dangerous condition prior to scoliosis surgery.

van Urk, P R; Bollen, C W; Lequin, M H; Kruyt, M C · Spine Deform · 2022

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

A dilated atonic stomach as part of neuromuscular or syndromic disorders can have devastating results after scoliosis surgery. Patients can be asymptomatic preoperatively and non-clinical signs can be easily overlooked. Awareness of the condition, however, can prevent severe complications such as aspiration.

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